GRE Word List
PHYSIOGNOMY
the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance
The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tractable | capable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile |
| disproportion | lack of proportion, symmetry, or proper relation : disparity |
| delta | the 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table |
| haphazard | marked by lack of plan, order, or direction |
| noisome | noxious |
| venison | the edible flesh of a game animal and especially a deer |
| incessant | continuing or following without interruption : unceasing |
| decoy | a pond into which wildfowl are lured for capture |
| cipher | zero |
| compromise | settlement of differences by arbitration or by consent reached by mutual concessions |